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James Otto Heiting
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About James

State Bar President and a trial lawyer for over 40 years handling injuries & death cases exclusively

President of the State Bar of California 2005-2006 (over 200,000 lawyers), named a Superlawyer with the highest of peer and client ratings, focus on personal injury and wrongful death cases throughout career, founder and member of many organizations that train other lawyers and assist other lawyers and judges in the law.

The Reader's Digest did a story on this man and his family in 1996 relative to his recovery from alcoholism, his struggles (including his family and discipline with the Sate Bar that he later lead as its President), and his rise from the ashes.

He became a lawyer to help and serve others.  It is a deep personal commitment to each and every client.  He is also deeply committed to serving his community and fellow human beings in a variety of ways in the law and personally.

He has been married to his wife for over 37 years, and they have 3 adult children.

 

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Practice areas

OtherBrain injuryCar accidentWrongful deathPersonal injury
  1. Personal injury: 50%

    Highest possible rated firm by judges and lawyers (AV). Hundreds of millions of dollars recovered for clients in personal injury, wrongful death and work comp cases and trials throughout California in state and federal courts. Highly acclaimed.

    45 years, 1,500 cases

  2. Wrongful death: 20%

    Have represented many families and survivors in these tragic cases throughout California, in state and federal courts. Have staff of over 20, including investigator, paralegals and attorneys to put together a team dedicated to the success of the case.

    45 years, 1,500 cases

  3. Car accident: 15%

  4. Brain injury: 10%

    Highest possible rated firm by judges and lawyers (AV). Have prosecuted these cases throughout California in state and federal courts. Staff of over 20, including investigator, paralegals and attorneys. Hundreds of millions of dollars recovered for clients of the firm.

    45 years

  1. Birth injury: 5%

    Have very successfully taken on many of these tragic cases over the years. Have staff of over 20 to create a team to prosecute cases to the fullest. Highest possible rated firm by judges and lawyers (AV),

    45 years, 1,500 cases

Languages spoken

Spanish

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Contact

Heiting & Irwin

6216 Brockton Ave
Suite 111
Riverside, CA, 92506

Website
www.heitingandirwin.com 

      Heiting & Irwin

      6346 Brockton Ave
      Riverside, CA, 92506

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      License
      StateStatusAcquiredUpdated
      CAActive197605/11/2021

      Professional misconduct


      This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority.

      • Discipline, Probation; no Actual Suspension
        issued in CA, 1988

        updated on 01/20/2016

        This sanction means the attorney had a suspension placed on hold (and ultimately removed) by complying with certain requirements.

      Avvo Contributions
      Legal answers2007
      Legal guides0
      Awards
      Award nameGrantorDate granted
      AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review RatedMartindale-Hubbell2016
      James H. Krieger Meritorious Service AwardRiverside County Bar Association2009
      Work Experience
      TitleCompany nameDuration
      Managing PartnerHeiting & Irwin, a PLC1978 - Present
      Associations
      Association namePosition nameDuration
      State Bar of CaliforniaPresident2005 - 2006
      State Bar of CaliforniaBoard of Governors2002 - 2006
      Riverside County Bar AssociationPresident1996 - 1997
      Publications
      Publication nameTitleDate
      Physicians Reimbursement Risk ManagementGood Communication Can Reduce Lawsuits2009
      Education
      School nameDegreeGraduated
      Western State University College of LawJD - Juris DoctorN/A
      Western State UniversityUndergraduateN/A
      Speaking Engagements
      Conference nameTitleDate
      Multiple conferences and events: local, state and nationalMedical Malpractice, Injury Claims and Litigation, Trial Practice, Chemical Dependency2009
      Legal cases
      Case nameOutcome
      Fresno intersection accidentWe were victorious on liability and settled the case soon after the jury came back with the liability verdict.

      Reviews

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      Review James Heiting

      dealing w/Johnson and Johnson

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      I worked w/ Dennis Stout as my attorney, though I met w/ Jim first, as his firm came recommended to me by another attorney as "the gold standard" for their services. I could not have been more pleased with the work they did for me, and the results. Dennis and his associates had to follow many paper trails and deal with J&J attorneys that made this particular case a miasma of processes to figure out. I am SO glad I did not make a "class action" choice. Dennis was quite accessible and the lengthy process was always fully explained. It took time but was ultimately worth it. I highly recommend the firm.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Great Attorney

      Posted by

      When I contacted Mr. Heiting, he was very quick to respond. Once we met , I knew he was the right lawyer for me. He met with me and clearly communicated my options. He was committed to my case and was always ready to answer my questions and concerns. His office staff was also very efficient. I am very satisfied. Mr. Heiting is a sharp attorney and I would highly recommend him.
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
      Hired attorney

      Very pleased with Heiting & Irwin!

      Posted by

      The attorneys and staff at Heiting & Irwin are very easy to work with, and far exceeded my expectations in the handling of my personal injury case. They are professional, knowledgeable about the issues involved with my case, and genuinely care about my needs. Mr. Heiting is an exceptional attorney, and I would highly recommend him, and Heiting & Irwin!
      This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
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      Excellent

      Posted by

      Mr. Heiting is an excellent attorney. He and his wonderful staff assisted me and my family through a very difficult time. Working with Mr. Heiting and his staff was easily the best experience I’ve ever had in dealing with an attorney or legal matter. He is extremely competent and compassionate. He took time to explain things with clarity and was always available when I needed him. He made me feel safe throughout the process and has never let me down. I am glad to know Mr. Heiting and would recommend him to anyone without reservation.

      Injury

      Posted by

      Mr. Heiting showed great interest in my case. Was always helpful and replied to any questions in a timely manner Followed through on all items and was always handling things expiditiously. He kept us informed and was always curtious.

      Exemplary!

      Posted by

      What I appreciated most about Jim Heiting is the genuine interest he demonstrated for the duration of my case. It's been five years since my case was won and he still calls to see how I'm doing on occasion. He and his staff were always available to answer any and all questions and made me comfortable in doing so. He always made time to counsel me prior to all depositions and court appearances so I was not only prepared but more at ease with the process. Mr. Heiting is very knowledgable and extremely professional and respected by his peers. I highly recommend Jim Heiting to everyone.

      The Best Attorney for personal injury case in San Diego, lives in Riverside, CA.

      Posted by

      I tripped on an unmarked obstruction behind Petco Park in an area where the lights had burned out. Local attorneys said, not a big enough case to bother with. James Heiting had his investigator on the scene the day after being contacted. He verified the conditions that existed causing the fall and became a committed advocate for the case. It took nearly 2 and a half years but Mr. Heiting and his firm got me a settlement in 6 figures. It was always a treat to go to the office in Riverside. It is a beautiful old estate home with lots of parking and a friendly staff. Thanks Jim, for caring about my case and seeing it was successfully resolved.

      Excellent Service for more than 35 years

      Posted by

      Over the past 35 years Mr Heiting has represented me in two personal injury cases due to major car accidents. I have referred several clients to him, and he has represented my referrals and myself, with utmost professionalism, Mr. Heiting is very organized and listens to his clients, and keeps us informed with every aspect of the process, and has his client interest at heart over his own. Mr Heiting has always been available to me for advice on other areas as well. I highly recommend James Heiting, to anyone that needs an attorney or may think they may need one.

      Mr. Heiting and his staff are awesome, dedicated, and I am thankful for all their hardwork.

      Posted by

      Mr. Heiting and his staff are the best. They helped me find out what happend to my daughter during a surgical procedure that cause her death. Without there help I would never have known what happend to my daughter. I thank them with all my heart for their hard work and dedication to my case.

      Veteran Friendly

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      I am a veteran recovering from my past, for the past year I have been enrolled in a Veterans Program at Loma LInda VA Hospital , part of the program is a Work Program at the hospital. After doing all that was required of me in this program I was told I would start work in January 2014, but to my suprise they had not one position I could be placed into! Oh! did I tell you I am in a wheelchair!! For five months I went from the bottom person all the way to the VA Hospital Director, no one, could or would do anything! Mr. Heiting, is a friend of the court (Veterans Justice Outreach) where I have a case before Judge M. Johnson, so I took a chance one day when a saw Mr. Heiting and told him of my problem. Mr. Heiting, did not hesitate once he said "call my office, tell them I spoke to and to make an appointment with him. I did this and when we met and went over the problem, said he will be getting back with me the following week. Boy, was I suprised when his office called and told me that the VA was setting up a job for me and I also learned that the VA Hospital reviewed and made changed in the program so that any future veteran in a wheelchair will never have to go through what I did!! And Mr. Heiting went even further! Knowing I am disabled veteran trying to work there has been no cost past on to me, thank Mr. Heiting you will never know how much respect you have earned from myself and other veterans, we salute you all of us for fighting for rights we have earned! Again, my many thanks to you and your firm, would I recommend your services "damn straight", Your Friend' JDW
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      Attorney endorsements

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      Willie Graves, Personal injury Attorney on Apr 26, 2019
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      Mr. Heiting delivers well-considered, incisive analysis in this forum. He has my enthusiastic endorsement.

      Michael LeMond

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Sean Cleary, Birth injury Attorney on Jul 8, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community.

      John O'Brien, Birth injury Attorney on Jun 4, 2014
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible.

      Gary Kester, Wrongful death Attorney on Oct 23, 2012
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Christian Lassen, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 24, 2011
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I endorse this lawyer.

      Jeffrey Boyd, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 9, 2009
      Relationship: Co-worker

      I was well aware of Jim Heiting even before I began working with him. In addition to an excellent reputation in the legal community, he has a tremendous commitment to his clients and the community he lives and practices in. He is well respected for his actions inside and outside the courtroom.

      Jean-Simon Serrano, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 9, 2009
      Relationship: Co-worker

      I have had the pleasure of working alongside Jim Heiting for almost three years now. I am constantly impressed with his professionalism, his zealous representation of clients, and the level of civility he brings to his practice of law. There is no finer personal injury attorney in all of the Inland Empire.

      Donald Cripe, Personal injury Attorney on Jul 3, 2009
      Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

      I have known Jim Heiting for about 20 years. He is one of the finest men and lawyers I know. I refer ALL of my personal injury inquiries to him because I trust him to do the best possible job for his clients. I would trust my family in his hands. He is very well respected and liked in our community. I heartily endorse Jim.

      Cost

      RATES
        • Free Consultation Some lawyers offer a free consultation to help determine whether their services are right for your legal needs
          60 minutes
        OTHER BILLING TYPES
        • Contingency A contingency fee is the percent of the final award a lawyer will receive as compensation. For some of these cases, lawyers will only be paid if there is a successful outcome.
          25%-40%
        PAYMENT METHODS

        Cash, Check, Credit Card